The Journal ERR01 (ER0) ISSN 2595-1378 QUALIS CAPES 2017-2020 B1 is a qualified journal in the following areas: • Interdisciplinary • Biodiversity • Environmental Sciences • Law This journal was edited by Rafael Lazzarotto Simioni on the portal, acknowledging his contribution to the journal. As of June 26, 2025, the journal becomes the property of New Science Publishers. All journal publications follow a continuous flow, with monthly editions. Articles accepted for publication are in the following languages: English, Spanish, and Portuguese. Scientific academic publications include: scientific articles, literary reviews, literature reviews, case studies, action research, among others.
DIGITAL GAMES AS ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN BASIC EDUCATION: CONTRIBUTIONS OF UNIVERSAL DESIGN FOR LEARNING (UDL) TO THE INCLUSION OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
With the advancement of technologies applied to education, several theories and practices have been developed to promote the school inclusion of students with disabilities. Among these initiatives, the use of digital games as assistive technology aligned with Universal Design for Learning (UDL) stands out, gaining increasing attention in the field of inclusive education. In this sense, the present study aimed to analyze the use of digital games as assistive technologies in basic education and the contributions of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to the inclusion of students with disabilities in basic education. Specific objectives include: identifying the strategies of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) that contribute to inclusion; analyzing how digital games contribute as assistive technologies in the learning process of students with disabilities; and understanding the perceptions and teaching practices related to inclusive pedagogical resources in Basic Education. Thus, this study used a literature review as its methodology, conducting a theoretical discussion based on published scientific works that address the themes in question. Based on the literature, it was found that, although these approaches have distinct characteristics, they share similarities in their objectives, essentially directed towards promoting educational inclusion. Therefore, the results indicate that the articulation between these strategies enhances their effectiveness, contributing significantly to the inclusion process of students with disabilities.
Copyright (c) 2025 Francisco Francinete Leite Júnior, José Márcio Severino de Sousa (Autor)
HE SYMBOLIC IMMORTALITY OF THE BOOK IN THE DIGITAL AGE: CONTINUITIES, REINVENTIONS, AND SOCIOTECHNICAL ECOSYSTEMS OF READING
This article examines the factors that sustain the permanence and symbolic immortality of the book in the digital age, integrating historical, cultural, cognitive and sociotechnical dimensions. Based on a qualitative and exploratory-analytical approach, the study draws upon an integrative literature review, socio-historical analysis and hermeneutic interpretation of authors such as Chartier, Darnton, Eco and Carrière, Lévy, Santaella, Floridi, Freire, Gadamer, Heidegger, Jenkins, Latour, Sayão and Salles, Campello and Belluzzo. The findings indicate that the book persists not in opposition to digital technologies, but through its ability to reinvent itself within hybrid reading ecologies where printed books, e-books, audiobooks and platforms converge. The book’s endurance derives from its cognitive role in structuring thought, its historical and cultural density, its sociotechnical adaptability and the strategic role of libraries as agents of mediation, preservation and curation. The study concludes that the digital age does not threaten the book; rather, it expands its modes of existence, reaffirming it as an essential civilizational artifact for critical education, memory preservation and the democratization of knowledge.
Copyright (c) 2025 Fabiana de Oliveira Silva, Alairson José da Silva, Ricardo Roberto de Andrade, Jaqueline Uehara Dias Ferreira, Sarah Maria Cristina Ferreira, Nelson Marcos Ferreira, Baltazar José Filho, Mirtes Soares (Autor)
KINESIOTHERAPY IN THE REHABILITATION OF PREGNANT WOMEN WITH LOW BACK PAIN
Pregnancy leads to important physiological, hormonal, and biomechanical changes that, together with uterine growth and postural alterations, increase the overload on the lumbar region, making low back pain a frequent complaint. Physical therapy, especially through kinesiotherapy, plays a key role in reducing pain. Objective: To highlight the potential reduction of low back pain in pregnant women through kinesiotherapeutic techniques. Methodology: An integrative review of studies published between 2020 and 2025, in Portuguese and English, searched in the Scielo, Lilacs, PEDro, PubMed, and Periódicos Capes databases, using the descriptors: low back pain, musculoskeletal pain, vertebral column, kinesiotherapy, and pregnant women. Final considerations: Kinesiotherapy tends to significantly reduce low back pain, improve posture, strengthen muscles, and facilitate daily activities, promoting greater well-being during pregnancy.
SURGICAL TREATMENT OF INSULINOMA: A CASE REPORT
Insulinoma is the most common functional neuroendocrine tumor of the pancreas, characterized by autonomous insulin secretion and recurrent episodes of hypoglycemia. Although rare, it can affect individuals of any age and gender. Clinically, it presents with neuroglycopenic and autonomic symptoms, often misdiagnosed as neurological or psychiatric disorders, leading to delayed diagnosis. Whipple’s triad, along with laboratory tests and imaging studies, is essential for diagnostic confirmation. Surgical resection is the treatment of choice, offering high cure rates in localized and benign cases. In malignant cases, additional therapeutic strategies are required.
Copyright (c) 2025 Gustavo Silva Sampaio, Cezar Augusto Vendas Galhardo, Natalia Santana Ferrareto, Monnyque Jiully Roque Tokunaga (Autor)
ECOEPIDEMIOLOGY OF URBAN SUPERBACTERIA: SMALL ANIMALS AS ENVIRONMENTAL INDICATORS OF ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has become one of the main global challenges for public health, especially due to its increasing spread in urban environments. Considering that small synanthropic animals interact closely with human waste and highly anthropized areas, it has become important to understand their role in the environmental circulation of multidrug-resistant microorganisms. The objective was, therefore, to analyze the ecoepidemiology of AMR in small urban animals, evaluating their potential as environmental indicators of the presence and dispersion of superbugs. To this end, a narrative review with elements of integrative review was conducted, based on studies published between 2000 and 2025, selected from international scientific databases and analyzed thematically and critically. Thus, it was observed that peridomestic rodents, marsupials, and synanthropic birds have a high prevalence of resistant enterobacteria and staphylococci, whose occurrence is directly influenced by the level of anthropization and environmental quality. The findings also revealed methodological gaps, such as a lack of standardization and a scarcity of longitudinal studies, which limited broader comparisons. This led to the conclusion that small urban animals are promising sentinels for AMR, but their effective use in monitoring programs depends on methodological advances and integration into the scope of the One Health approach.
João Paulo Yoshio Prado Cerqueira Kubota
Apolônia Agnes Vilar de Carvalho Bulhões
Copyright (c) 2025 João Paulo Yoshio Prado Cerqueira Kubota, Ana Paula de Moura Nardi, Apolônia Agnes Vilar de Carvalho Bulhões, Paula Fernanda Massini, Douglas Sabino Leite de Oliveira Duarte, Emylly Ravelly Lima Marinho, Aline Araújo da Costa, Larissa Sá Teles Bertunes, Vitória Fernanda Ferreira da Silva, Jakelaine Lopes Paiva, Luan Carlos Seger, Luana Cardoso da Silva (Autor)
HORIZONTAL FRAGMENTATION AND SELECTIVE REPLICATION IN DISTRIBUTED DATABASES: A PROPOSED ARCHITECTURAL MODEL FOR OPTIMIZING THE E-SISTAFE SYSTEM IN MOZAMBIQUE
In an increasingly digitalized world, the operational efficiency and responsiveness of information systems are crucial for decision-making in organizations, including governmental ones. The choice of database architecture, between centralized (client-server) and distributed, is a determining factor for performance and scalability. This article proposes an analysis of the migration of Mozambique's public financial management system, e-SISTAFE, from a client-server architecture to a distributed database architecture with a focus on horizontal fragmentation. The objective is to demonstrate, through an in-depth literature review and the application of a Design Science Research (DSR) model for artifact proposition, that fragmentation can mitigate performance bottlenecks, network overload, and latency in geographically dispersed systems. The literature review focuses on the challenges of consistency, transparency, and query optimization inherent to fragmentation, and integrates recent literature on Distributed Databases (DDB) and governmental system migration. It is concluded that, although fragmentation requires a substantial investment in infrastructure and qualified human resources, its adoption in e-SISTAFE has the potential to significantly improve the efficiency of expenditure execution and revenue management at the national level.
Copyright (c) 2025 Zefanias Álvaro Mobiua, Julião Artur Mussa, Gonçalves Francisco Matusse, Joaquim Jaime Fagir (Autor)
POST-ANESTHETIC NEUROCOGNITIVE CHANGES: A STUDY ON SUBTLE AND UNDERDIAGNOSED DYSFUNCTIONS IN GERIATRIC DOGS
The increase in the longevity of dogs and, consequently, the demand for anesthetic procedures in geriatric patients, highlights the need to understand possible neurocognitive changes in the post-anesthetic period. Considering that brain aging reduces cognitive reserve and increases vulnerability to metabolic, hemodynamic, and pharmacological insults, the objective is to investigate, through an integrative review, the clinical signs, risk factors, and pathophysiological mechanisms associated with such changes, as well as their relationship with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS). To this end, a search was conducted in the main scientific databases between 2000 and 2024, including clinical and experimental studies and professional guidelines focused on anesthesia and veterinary geriatrics. It was observed that elderly dogs may experience disorientation, agitation, sleep disturbances, vocalization, and behavioral slowing after anesthesia, especially when there are systemic comorbidities or previous signs of neurodegeneration. These findings resemble the perioperative cognitive disorders described in humans and suggest the involvement of mechanisms such as neuroinflammation, oxidative stress, and synaptic dysfunction. It is concluded that such changes are plausible, relevant, and possibly underdiagnosed, reinforcing the need for standardized cognitive assessment protocols and individualized anesthetic practices that promote greater safety and well-being for geriatric dogs.
Copyright (c) 2025 Cauã de Farias Rosa, Marcia Cristina Pires Ferrão, Jovone Gomes Medeiros Tavares Filho, Douglas Sabino Leite de Oliveira Duarte, Maria Paula Bonatti Karmann, Amanda Martins Andujar, Marina Pontes Carvalho, Maytta de Oliveira Costa, Luciana Silva de Oliveira, Jéssika Nayra de Lima Lobão, Priscylla Bezerra Dantas Torres, Djessika Ferreira Zimmer, Jakelaine Lopes Paiva, Karine dos Santos Souza (Autor)
HIGH-INTENSITY MAGNETIC FIELD DEVICE ASSOCIATED WITH THE POSTPARTUM RESTRUCTURING PROGRAM FOR TREATMENT OF ABDOMINAL DIASTASIS
Postpartum women seek rapid and effective abdominal rehabilitation due to the separation between the rectus abdominis muscles, known as inter-recti distance (IRD) during pregnancy. This is a common condition that occurs when the uterus enlarges and the woman's biomechanics change due to the stretching and thinning of the linea alba, leading to functional instability in various systems. The present study aimed to evaluate a high-intensity focused electromagnetic (HIFEM) device, combined with phase 1 of the postpartum restructuring method (PRM). A field, interventional, and prospective study was conducted using a quantitative approach. Nine patients in the postnatal period were analyzed with an initial evaluation and a follow-up evaluation, which included photos in frontal and oblique postures; a clinical IRD test; abdominal girth measurement; ultrasound examination; and bioimpedance. The treatment consisted of ten sessions, twice a week, each lasting forty minutes each with phase 1 of RPP associated with the high-intensity electromagnetic field device, SUPRAMÁXIMUS SHE-MSP003 – Adoxy®. The research was approved by the CEP/UFC. The results showed that in the comparative analysis of average thickness, DIR presented a statistically significant reduction (**p<0.01) at the umbilical level; in the rectus abdominis, the upper and lower portions of the right and left sides showed a statistically significant increase (*p<0.05). The analysis of abdominal circumferential measurements revealed statistically significant variations (*p<0.05) in the lower abdomen measurements. Thus, it is concluded that HIFEM associated with phase 1 of RPP should be included in therapies for abdominal diastasis.
Copyright (c) 2025 Olga Ediélica Ramos Saraiva Vieira, Letícia Rodrigues Cristino, Kayane de Souza Cortês, Renata Bessa Pontes (Autor)
THE JUDICIALIZATION OF PUBLIC HEALTH: AN ANALYSIS OF THE LEGAL CONSEQUENCES OF STATE OMISSION
The right to health, constitutionally enshrined as a duty of the State and a fundamental right of all, faces serious challenges to its realization within the Unified Health System (SUS), where state omissions are evident, such as failures in providing medications, the lack of treatments, and insufficient hospital beds, which compromise universal and equitable access. In light of this, the general objective of this study was to analyze the legal implications of the State's omission in realizing the right to health, seeking to understand its concept, identify forms of omission, study relevant jurisprudence, and evaluate the effects of judicialization as a mechanism for guaranteeing this right. A bibliographic methodology was adopted, involving doctrinal and jurisprudential analysis. The results demonstrated that state omissions, such as excessive delays, lack of supplies, and inadequate infrastructure, constitute violations of the fundamental right to health, leading to the State's objective civil liability. It is concluded that the State's failure to ensure access to health, when the need is proven, breaches a legal duty and offends human dignity. Consequently, the objective civil liability of the State for the damages caused is imposed. Although judicial avenues are necessary to guarantee fundamental rights in the face of administrative inaction, it is imperative to strengthen public management and coordination among federal entities to overcome structural failures and effectively ensure the right to health for all citizens, as prescribed by the Constitution.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ellen Cristina Rodrigues Costa, Ailine Rodrigues (Autor)
COOPERATIVE SOCIETIES UNDER THE TAX REFORM IN LIGHT OF POST-POSITIVISM THEORY
This article examines the tax treatment of cooperative societies in the Brazilian tax reform, specifically in Constitutional Amendment No. 132/2023 and Complementary Law No. 214/2025, in light of the post-positivist paradigm, based on the theories of Ronald Dworkin and Friedrich Müller. Methodologically, it adopts inference to the best explanation, guided by systematic criteria that prioritize coherence, integrity, and principled adequacy. The study is structured around the analysis of the constitutive elements of Cooperative Law, highlighting its non-profit nature, its own legal regime, and the differentiation between cooperative acts, non-cooperative acts, and commercial acts, considered indispensable for adequate tax structuring. The study demonstrates that, although the reform instituted specific IBS and CBS regimes for cooperatives, the legislator remained silent regarding the normative definition of the structuring concepts of cooperativism. This insufficiency compromises the effectiveness of the constitutional principles of equality, contributory capacity, and adequate tax treatment of cooperative acts. It is concluded that the reform did not overcome the historical shortcomings of the discipline.
Copyright (c) 2025 Lucas Pi Campanelli (Autor)
CARE IN HOSPITAL SETTINGS: ETHICAL, ORGANIZATIONAL, AND INTERPROFESSIONAL CHALLENGES IN THE WORK OF THE MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM
Care in hospital environments involves a complex network of human, technical, and institutional relationships that transcend the biomedical field and reach ethical, emotional, and organizational dimensions. This article aims to analyze the complexity of patient care in hospital settings, identifying the main challenges faced by the multidisciplinary team — composed of physicians, nurses, psychologists, physiotherapists, social workers, and other professionals — in providing safe, efficient, and humanized assistance. This qualitative and bibliographic research is based on recent studies on health ethics, hospital management, and interprofessional practices. The findings reveal that collaborative work is essential to ensure comprehensive care but faces structural difficulties, workload pressure, communication failures, and daily ethical dilemmas. It is concluded that strengthening organizational culture, investing in continuing education, and valuing interprofessional dialogue are indispensable strategies for consolidating patient-centered and humanly sustainable care.
STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING FRACTIONS: A GAMIFICATION-BASED APPROACH IN THE 7TH GRADE OF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
This article discusses the use of gamification as a pedagogical strategy for teaching fractions in the 7th grade of Elementary School. Based on the recurring difficulties in understanding fractions, such as interpreting parts of a whole, equivalence, and operations, the study analyzes how game elements can promote greater engagement and meaningful learning. The research was conducted at Dom Aristides Piróvano School located in Macapá-AP, utilizing gamified activities that included scoring systems, progressive challenges, group cooperation, immediate feedback, and symbolic rewards. The lessons were structured in phases, where students solved problems involving representation of fractions, simplification, comparison, and operations. The results indicated an increase in motivation, participation, and persistence among students in the face of mathematically challenging tasks. There was also an observed improvement in conceptual understanding, especially when the challenges required decision-making and experimentation. Gamification proved to be effective in transforming mistakes into opportunities for progress, creating a safe and stimulating environment. It is concluded that gamification is a promising strategy for teaching fractions, provided it is well planned, aligned with curricular objectives, and used as a complement to established pedagogical practices. The study recommends that teachers explore structured playful resources, favoring a more interactive and meaningful mathematics education.
BEYOND FUNCTION: THE AESTHETIC REVOLUTION OF GINGIVAL CHARACTERIZATION IN COMPLETE DENTURES
This literature review establishes gingival characterization in complete dentures as a contemporary paradigm in aesthetic oral rehabilitation. A critical analysis of the scientific evidence demonstrates the technique's superiority in reproducing biologically plausible gingival morphologies and pigmentations. Its technical foundation lies in the polymeric advancements of latest-generation heat-polymerized resins, whose molecular architecture provides precise chromatic modulation and remarkable color stability. Technological progress has elevated the optical and physical properties of these materials to a new level, resulting in: precise marginal adaptation, uniform pigment distribution, light interaction that mimics natural gingival tissue, and a clinically superior surface smoothness. This evolution represents a radical shift from the previous scenario, which was limited to rosaceous monochromacyan aesthetic restriction recognized as a primary factor in prosthetic failure and patient rejection. The analysis demonstrates that an integrated clinical and laboratory planning protocol enables predictable outcomes, synthesizing the principles of bioesthetics, masticatory function, and psychosocial expectations. It is concluded that meticulous rigor in each clinical and laboratory phase is a fundamental determinant for rehabilitative success, guided by the principle of tissue personalization that redefines the standards of naturalness in complete denture rehabilitation.
FROM HONOR CRIMES TO MEDIA-DRIVEN CRIMES OF PASSION: THE PERSISTENCE OF SYMBOLIC VIOLENCE IN FEMICIDES AND ITS CONSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS
Contemporary media plays a decisive role in shaping collective perceptions of femicide crimes, influencing not only public opinion but also the way victims and defendants are represented socially. However, the sensationalization of these news stories raises important questions regarding the preservation of human dignity and respect for due process. In this context, the overall objective of this study is to analyze how media coverage of femicide crimes can contribute to the violation of fundamental constitutional principles. The specific objectives include: (i) identifying patterns of representation of victims and aggressors in media narratives; (ii) assessing the influence of sensationalist coverage on the conduct of investigations and the impartiality of the judicial process; (iii) discussing emblematic cases, such as those of Eloá Pimentel and Vitória Regina, in which media treatment impacted social and legal perceptions. The methodology adopted is qualitative, based on bibliographic research, literature review, and case studies. Ultimately, we hope to demonstrate that the way in which femicide crimes are reported can undermine constitutional guarantees, reinforce gender stereotypes, and compromise the effectiveness of justice, highlighting the need for responsible coverage as a tool for protecting victims and strengthening the democratic rule of law.
THE USE OF HERBAL MEDICINES IN THE TREATMENT OF ANXIETY IN ADULTS: SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE AND THERAPEUTIC PERSPECTIVES
Anxiety is one of the most prevalent mental disorders in the adult population, characterized by symptoms such as apprehension, insomnia, fatigue, and functional impairment. Conventional treatments, mainly based on benzodiazepines and antidepressants, are effective but are associated with limitations such as dependence, adverse effects, and low adherence, justifying the search for complementary alternatives. In this context, herbal medicines have aroused increasing interest due to their anxiolytic action related to the modulation of neurotransmitters such as GABA and serotonin, in addition to greater acceptance by patients. This study aimed to analyze the efficacy and safety of using herbal medicines in the treatment of anxiety in adults. This is a narrative literature review conducted in the PubMed, SciELO, LILACS, ScienceDirect, and Google Scholar databases, encompassing publications between 2020 and 2025. Clinical trials, systematic reviews, and experimental studies that investigated species such as *Passiflora incarnata*, *Valeriana officinalis*, and *Matricaria recutita* were included. The results showed that these herbal remedies are significantly effective in reducing anxiety symptoms, with a safety profile superior to psychotropic drugs, although methodological limitations, such as small sample sizes and lack of standardization, still restrict definitive conclusions. It is concluded that herbal remedies constitute a promising therapeutic resource, especially in mild to moderate cases, provided they are used rationally and with professional supervision.
Copyright (c) 2025 Maria Aparecida Laurindo de Matos, Juliana Maria Rocha e Silva Crespo, Vivian Vasques de Oliveira Leite, Arith Ramos dos Santos, Sabryne da Rocha Ladeira, Rondinelli de Carvalho Ladeira, Renan Modesto Monteiro, Sérgio Henrique de Mattos Machado, Cristiano Guilherme Alves de Oliveira, Paula de Almeida Claudino (Autor)
THE PRINCIPLE OF REASONED DECISIONS AND THE ADEQUATE JUSTIFICATION TECHNIQUE UNDER THE 2015 BRAZILIAN CIVIL PROCEDURE CODE
The principle of reasoned judicial decisions, set forth in Article 93, IX, of the Federal Constitution, constitutes a fundamental right of the parties and an essential element for the democratic legitimacy of judicial activity. Given its relevance, the 2015 Brazilian Civil Procedure Code (CPC/2015) innovated by establishing criteria for determining whether a judicial decision is adequately reasoned. Based on doctrinal and jurisprudential research, this study examines the justification technique introduced by the CPC/2015 and its main theoretical and practical implications. It concludes that adequate judicial reasoning must be understood as an instrument for ensuring the legitimacy and transparency of judicial activity.
Copyright (c) 2025 Amanda Lima Lino Alcântara (Autor)
GAMIFICATION IN CONTEMPORARY EDUCATION: A STRUCTURED ANALYSIS OF PRACTICES, THEORIES, AND CHALLENGES IN THE BRAZILIAN CONTEXT
This article analyzes gamification as a transformative pedagogical strategy in the Brazilian educational context. Based on a systematic literature review (2019–2025), it investigates how applying game mechanics to non-playful environments affects intrinsic motivation, engagement, and knowledge retention. The study connects Self-Determination Theory and Flow Theory with the guidelines of the Brazilian National Common Curricular Base (BNCC), addressing both digital and analog solutions. The results indicate a significant increase in student participation, while also highlighting critical challenges such as the need for teachers’ digital literacy and the unequal infrastructure in public schools.
Copyright (c) 2025 Felipe Menezes de Abreu, Antonio Carlos dos Reis Bezerra, David Alves Luna, Francisco da Silva Pontes, Lucas de Oliveira Moreira, Paulo Cristiano Abreu de Jesus, Paulo Pereira do Nascimento, Rosivaldo de Jesus da Silva Rodrigues (Autor)
ORGANIZATIONS OF RECYCLABLE AND REUSABLE MATERIAL COLLECTORS IN BRAZIL: AN ANALYSIS OF THE 2024 RECYCLING YEARBOOK
This article analyzes the data presented in the sixth edition of the 2024 Recycling Yearbook, published by the Sustainable Pathways Institute in Brazil, with relevant information on recycling in 2023. This work describes the landscape of organizations of collectors of reusable and recyclable materials, their productive and economic performance, the environmental impacts of their activities, and the situation of selective collection in municipalities. Using its own data acquisition and expansion methodology, the Yearbook shows that, from 2019 to 2023, there was significant growth in the accumulated number of organizations, with a slight setback in 2023 due to some key indicators, such as the revenue generated from the sale and income of collectors, related to the drop in the sale prices of materials. According to the research, these organizations have played a fundamental role in the circular economy, significantly reducing CO2 emissions and saving on the extraction of virgin raw materials, while also discussing the limitations of the data used and possible biases. It is concluded that the Yearbook is an essential tool for understanding the sector and formulating public policies and innovation to ensure its sustainability and enhance its socio-environmental role.
Copyright (c) 2025 Adolfo Domingos da Silva Junior, Analúcia Bueno dos Reis Giometti (Autor)
BRIEF NOTES ON THE CONSERVATION STATUS OF BIODIVERSITY IN MOZAMBIQUE
Biodiversity in Southern African countries plays an important role in the lives of rural communities. Many African countries, including Mozambique, have implemented biodiversity conservation and protection programs. Seeking to reflect on pathways to its sustainability, this work aims to analyze the state, trends, and threats to biodiversity in Mozambique. The study was conducted through a bibliographic review using the Google Scholar and Scopus databases. The research data reveals that, in fact, there are programs and actions developed by the government and foreign partners for the preservation and conservation of biodiversity; that there is much data on animals and plants that is not properly measured regarding the risk of extinction; and that the scarcity of technical and technological resources can hinder an exhaustive survey of the state and conditions of biological diversity. Therefore, it is proposed to strengthen increasingly integrative cooperation between the State and the communities surrounding conservation areas/units, as well as investments in technological tools that allow for increasingly precise data measurement that can contribute to the preservation of biodiversity in Mozambique.
Copyright (c) 2025 Gisela Marisa Carlos Guibunda Jossamo, Rogério Suzana de Freitas Micaela (Autor)
STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES AND THE VISIBLE HAND OF GOVERNANCE: EFFICIENCY, INTEGRITY, AND INNOVATION IN THE PUBLIC SPHERE
This research investigates the complex figure of the Entrepreneurial State within the Brazilian legal order, analyzing the dialectical tension between economic efficiency and social function under the aegis of Law No. 13.303/2016. The central problem lies in the compatibility between market rationality and the pursuit of public interest, the elucidation of which is vital for national sovereignty and socioeconomic development in strategic sectors. Through a rigorous multidisciplinary bibliographic review and the application of the hypothetical-deductive method, the analysis demonstrates that current corporate governance, grounded in integrity and the ESG agenda, acts as a vector of conciliation, transforming state-owned enterprises into hybrid instruments that generate public value. The conclusions refute the premise of public management inefficiency, evidencing, through the analysis of innovation in the Pre-Salt layer and the counter-cyclical performance of federal banks, that administrative professionalization guarantees financial sustainability without renouncing the realization of fundamental rights. Thus, it is confirmed that the "visible hand" of governance legitimizes the state-owned enterprise not as an anachronism, but as an irreplaceable pillar of an autonomous, just, and technologically advanced nation project.
Copyright (c) 2025 Júlio Edstron Secundino Santos (Autor)
USE OF BIM AS A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS TOOL OF THE THERMAL PERFORMANCE OF GREEN CURTAINS IN EXISTING BUILDINGS
In regions with very hot climates such as Votuporanga-SP, a common practice to ensure indoor thermal comfort is the use of mechanical cooling systems, which may result in unnecessary expenses and resource waste. Considering the number of existing buildings designed without concern for improving and/or ensuring thermal comfort for occupants during the project stage, it becomes necessary to seek low-cost, sustainable solutions that can be implemented by the residents themselves in order to ensure hygrothermal comfort. In this context, the present research aimed to evaluate the efficiency of the green curtain applied to the western façade of IFSP – Votuporanga campus, as well as to verify the adherence of the BIM platform to real conditions of thermal behavior simulation. The results were obtained through dataloggers and sensors installed in situ, and simulations with the Revit® software, considering the physical properties and climatic conditions in the building’s surroundings. For the simulations, two models of the library were developed: one including the green curtain as a barrier against direct solar incidence on the western façade, and another without it. The results demonstrate a reduction in indoor temperature, an increase in humidity, a decrease in the thermal load of the zone, and a close correlation between measured and simulated values. This reaffirms the thermal efficiency of the green curtain as a passive strategy for improving thermal performance and demonstrates that the use of the BIM platform proved to be accurate for thermal analyses, highlighting its suitability as a decision-support tool for sustainable design strategies.
Copyright (c) 2025 Gabriela Oliveira Correa, Guilherme Shoiti Ueda, Eduardo de Pieri Prando, André Luis Gobbi Primo (Autor)
CAN STUDENTS ASSESS? POSSIBILITIES OF A COUNTER-HEGEMONIC TURN AS A DECOLONIAL OPTION IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT IN BRAZIL
The contemporary debate on educational assessment in Brazil has been shaped by the strong influence of hegemonic models centered on measurement, accountability, and control, producing practices that often silence students’ voices and reinforce historical hierarchies between teaching and learning. In this context, it becomes urgent to problematize the absence of students as active subjects in assessment processes, recognizing that such invisibility is anchored in a colonial tradition of knowledge that treats assessment as a disciplinary instrument rather than as a dialogical practice. Based on this tension, the objective of this article is to analyze the potential of student participation in assessment as a counter-hegemonic movement capable of challenging the prevailing technocratic rationality and opening decolonial possibilities within the educational field. Thus, the guiding question of the study is: to what extent can the inclusion of students as evaluative agents promote epistemological and political shifts that contribute to more democratic, dialogical, and decolonial assessment practices in Brazilian schools? Grounded in this problematization, the article examines theoretical foundations, emerging experiences, and possible effects of this reconfiguration, understanding assessment as a territory of dispute and collective construction of knowledge. Theoretically, we draw on the works of Angelo & Cross (1993), Apple (2001; 2019), Ball (2005; 2007; 2008), Boaventura de Sousa Santos (2002; 2006; 2013; 2014; 2019), Brookfield (2017), Darling-Hammond (2010), Dardot & Laval (2016), Fanon (2008; 2022), Freire (1979; 1992; 2014a; 2014b; 2014c; 2014d), Giroux (1997; 2011; 2022; 2024), Habermas (1972; 2003), Laclau (1990), McLaren (1994; 1997; 2000; 2005; 2014), Mignolo (2010; 2012a; 2012b), Quijano (2000; 2020), Santomé (2003), hooks (1994; 2003), Tuhiwai Smith (2007), Walsh (2013; 2019), Wiliam (2011), among others. The research adopts a qualitative approach (Minayo, 2007), with descriptive and bibliographic procedures (Gil, 2008) and a comprehensive analytical lens (Weber, 1949). The findings indicate that, at the theoretical-conceptual level, student participation reconfigures assessment by shifting it from a measurement-centered logic to a dialogical perspective that values the shared production of meaning. The analysis of the selected works shows that participatory practices operate as counter-hegemonic gestures capable of challenging the technocratic rationality and colonial devices that have historically shaped the field of assessment. Moreover, this movement enables the emergence of epistemologies of disobedience, expanding students’ intellectual autonomy and strengthening more horizontal pedagogical relationships. The theoretical frameworks examined converge in pointing out that the active participation of students destabilizes naturalized school hierarchies, creating space for more collaborative forms of knowledge construction. Thus, the study demonstrates that participatory assessment constitutes a promising decolonial horizon for the democratization of educational practices in Brazil.
ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH HUMAN DIGNITY IN THE IBIAPABA MOUNTAINS – CEARÁ
Environmental Law is the branch of legal science responsible for regulating the relationship between humans and the environment, creating norms, principles, and instruments designed to ensure the preservation of natural resources. In Brazil, this branch gained strength especially after the Federal Constitution of 1988, which elevated an ecologically balanced environment to the status of a fundamental right, placing it on the same level as social, individual, and collective rights. This study aims to analyze the lack of effective legal regulation in the Serra da Ibiapaba and its socio-environmental impacts. The methodology consists of a narrative review and documentary analysis based on recent articles, legislation, and international reports. The results indicate that the region faces deforestation, irregular land subdivisions, and institutional fragility, highlighting the gap between constitutional protection and local practice. The discussion demonstrates that environmental degradation violates fundamental rights by compromising health, safety, and quality of life. It is concluded that the effectiveness of environmental law depends on intermunicipal policies, continuous enforcement, and regulatory strengthening, which are indispensable for ensuring human dignity and sustainability.
THE INFLUENCE OF NEUROSCIENCE ON HABIT REPROGRAMMING: PRACTICAL APPROACHES TO DISCIPLINE AND PERSONAL PRODUCTIVITY
At the core of this investigation vibrated the desire to decipher the delicate alchemy that interweaves mind, habit and transformation. Neuroscience, in its silent murmur of synapses and impulses, revealed itself as an invisible map of the human being, translating persistence, error and beginning again. Anchored in a meticulous bibliographic review, the study covered authors and research that illuminated the reward circuits, dopamine and neural plasticity in the construction of behaviors that shape everyday life. The mission consisted in unveiling how the brain, this organ of flexible structure, responds to the gesture that repeats, to the thought that is intended and to the discipline that remains conscious. What emerged was the finding that repetition, provided it is laden with meaning and sustained by rewards that align with purpose, prompts the emergence of new synaptic connections and redraws the topography of the prefrontal cortex, the epicenter of focus, choices and the will itself. The results unveiled the perception that to change implies an act of strength and is drawn as a silent dialogue between body and consciousness, between the impulse that arises and the meaning we confer upon it. Thus, it was concluded that humanizing the reading of habits is equivalent to recognizing the brain as a fertile ground, generating discipline and productivity that reverberate to the rhythm of the soul.
WASTE MANAGEMENT IN HYDROELECTRIC POWER PLANTS: COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Waste management is a critical aspect of the sustainable operation of hydroelectric plants. Compliance with legal requirements and environmental conditions in operating licenses is essential to maintain authorization and avoid sanctions. This article aims to analyze waste management in hydroelectric plants, focusing on compliance with environmental conditions and best management practices. The research is exploratory, with a descriptive and qualitative approach, based on literature review.
INTELLINAV: INTELLIGENT NAVIGATION SYSTEM FOR COMMERCIAL AREAS USING AI AND IOT
This article describes the development of IntelliNav, an indoor navigation system for medium and large shopping centres. The proposal uses Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms to monitor users’ locations in real time through indoor positioning technologies such as Wi‑Fi networks and Bluetooth Low Energy, which are widely used because of their availability and low cost, despite being affected by multipath propagation and limited accuracy. The system provides dynamic, personalised and accessible routes, with special attention to older adults and people with disabilities, based on triangulation and scene-analysis methods that allow more accurate position estimates. In addition to improving visitors’ experiences, IntelliNav generates data on foot traffic and shopping patterns, contributing to more effective marketing and management strategies. The results indicate that combining AI and IoT turns the shopping environment into a more inclusive, efficient and data-driven space, benefiting consumers and managers alike.
Nanotechnology has emerged as a strategic area for the advancement of civil engineering, offering solutions that significantly improve the performance of construction materials. This article presents an analysis of the main applications of nanomaterials in concrete, mortar, and coatings, highlighting their effects on the mechanical strength, durability, impermeability, and sustainability of structures. The most commonly used nanomaterials, such as nanosilica, titanium dioxide, carbon nanotubes, and metal nanoparticles, were discussed, as well as their mechanisms of action in the cementitious matrix. The results indicate that the incorporation of these nanoparticles contributes to microstructural refinement, reduced porosity, photocatalytic properties, and the potential for developing smart materials, such as self-healing concrete and self-sensing systems. However, technical and economic challenges still hinder their large-scale implementation, including high cost, lack of specific standardization, and uncertainties about environmental and toxicological impacts. It is concluded that nanomaterials represent a fundamental advance for civil engineering, with great potential to drive more efficient, durable, and sustainable construction practices, provided there is investment in research, regulations, and applied technologies.
STATISTICAL ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF MICROSTRUCTURAL VARIABLES ON THE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF METALLIC MATERIALS: A THEORETICAL AND PREDICTIVE APPROACH BASED ON DATA FROM THE LITERATURE
This article presents a theoretical statistical analysis of the influence of microstructural variables on the mechanical properties of metallic materials, based on data available in the scientific literature. The objective is to understand how parameters such as grain size, phase fraction, and chemical composition affect the strength and ductility of metals. The research was developed through a bibliographic review and the application of descriptive and inferential statistical methods to correlate data obtained from previous studies. The results indicate that microstructural variables have a significant impact on the mechanical behavior of metals and can be used as predictors in estimating properties such as yield strength and tensile strength. Thus, the study reinforces the importance of integrating Materials Science and Statistics in the modeling and optimization of metallic alloys.
TREATMENT OF CONGENITAL AURICULAR DEFORMITIES IN NEWBORNS: A SCOPING REVIEW
Considering that congenital auricular deformities, such as prominent ear (or bat ear), can generate significant psychosocial repercussions throughout life and that surgical interventions are not recommended in the neonatal period, it becomes essential to explore early and non-invasive therapeutic alternatives. This scoping review aims to map the scientific evidence regarding non-surgical treatments used for the correction of congenital auricular deformities, specifically prominent ear, in newborns. To this end, a scoping review was conducted, following the guidelines of the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) and PRISMA-ScR. Searches were performed in electronic databases (PubMed/MEDLINE, CINAHL, BVS/Lilacs, and EMBASE). Thus, a final sample of 10 studies was observed. The findings demonstrate consistently high success rates, with only mild and self-limiting complications recorded, predominantly skin irritations. Among the identified treatments, commercial devices such as EarWell, LiangEar, and Earlimn stand out, in addition to low-cost techniques that use simple materials, such as cotton and micropore, dental wax, and adhesive tapes, all with comparable efficacy. The literature reinforces that the high plasticity of the auricular cartilage in the neonatal period, due to the influence of maternal estrogen, is a determining factor for therapeutic success. Interventions initiated up to the 21st day of life showed the highest correction rates and required less treatment time. Which allows us to conclude that non-surgical methods represent safe, effective, and economically viable alternatives for the correction of congenital auricular deformities, especially when applied early, which can substantially reduce the need for future surgical procedures.
EPIDEMIOLOGICAL PROFILE OF TUBERCULOSIS CASES IN THE STATE OF TOCANTINS BETWEEN 2020 AND 2023: A RETROSPECTIVE STUDY BASED ON DATASUS DATA
To describe the epidemiological profile of tuberculosis cases in the municipality of Palmas, Tocantins, from 2020 to 2023, based on secondary data from the Notifiable Diseases Information System (SINAN). Methods: This is a descriptive and quantitative epidemiological study using public data from DATASUS. Variables such as sex, age group, race, education level, homeless population, incarcerated individuals, HIV-positive individuals, Health Macroregion, clinical form, type of entry, and directly observed treatment were analyzed. Results: Annual variation in the number of notifications was observed, with a reduction in 2020, possibly related to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a progressive increase in subsequent years. Most cases occurred in young adult men, with a predominance of the pulmonary form. Conclusion: The study highlights the importance of continuous surveillance and strengthening tuberculosis control actions in Primary Health Care in Palmas.